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Medical Physics

MSc (NFQ Level 9)
Scholarships Available

This course is available through the following application route(s)

Duration:
1 Year
Attendance:
Full Time
Delivery:
On Campus
NFQ Level:
9 (90 credits)
Level:
Graduate Taught
Award:
Master of Science
Next Intake:
September
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
Visit the UCD Global Undergraduate Entry Requirements webpage.
Other School Leaving Requirements:
See www.ucd.ie/admissions
Curricular information is subject to change.

Duration:
2 Years
Attendance:
Part-Time
Delivery:
On Campus
NFQ Level:
9 (90 credits)
Level:
Graduate Taught
Award:
Master of Science
Next Intake:
September
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
Visit the UCD Global Undergraduate Entry Requirements webpage.
Other School Leaving Requirements:
See www.ucd.ie/admissions
Curricular information is subject to change.

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Medical Physics is the branch of Physics that applies the concepts and principles of physics to the diagnosis and treatment of human disease. The MSc in Medical Physics is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in Medical Physics, either in a clinical environment or in research.

The programme, which is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programmes (CAMPEP), provides a strong foundation in diagnostic imaging physics, nuclear medicine, radiation oncology physics and radiation protection, as well as the essential anatomy and physiology knowledge required to understand a patient’s anatomical structure and physiological processes.

  • The programme provides a strong foundation in diagnostic imaging physics, nuclear medicine, radiation oncology physics and radiation protection, as well as the essential anatomy and physiology knowledge required to understand a patient’s anatomical structure and physiological processes.

About This Course

The course provides an accepted route to enter a career in Medical Physics. It is also a stepping stone to PhD research in areas such as diagnostic imaging, radiation oncology physics, nuclear medicine, radiation protection and radiobiology. CAMPEP accreditation allows graduates to apply for CAMPEP residency programmes in Ireland and internationally.

Prospective employers include Medical Physics Departments in hospitals and clinicals across Ireland and abroad, medical device manufacturers and regulatory bodies.

Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.

Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.

Module Type Module   Trimester Credits
Stage 1 Core Modules
 ANAT20090 Med. Sciences for Biomed.Engin Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 PHYC40980 Radiological Physics Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 PHYC40990 Detectors and Dosimetry Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 PHYC41000 Medical Imaging Physics I Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 PHYC41010 Radiation Oncology Physics I Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 PHYC41080 Physics Data Analysis (Python) Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 COMP47670 Data Science in Python (MD) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 PHYC41020 Radiation Protection & Safety Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 PHYC41030 Medical Imaging Physics II Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 PHYC41040 Radiation Oncology Physics II Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 PHYC41050 Radiobiology & Ethics Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 RDGY41720 Advanced Cross Sectional Anatomy Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 PHYC41060 Medical Physics Research Proj. Summer  30

The programme is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programmes (CAMPEP).


Una Maguire, Student
This MSc in Medical Physics particularly appealed to me because of the structure which combines a comprehensive taught curriculum with a substantial research project, as well as the future flexibility of the CAMPEP accreditation.
My favourite aspect of this degree has been meeting and learning from the many clinical experts who deliver the lectures. I am also really looking forward to spending the Summer Trimester conducting research in a hospital and gaining experience in a clinical environment.
Going into the course, there was a lot I didn’t know about the career of a medical physicist. The lecturers have been very encouraging and generous in sharing their own experiences, which has helped me to see the many different directions possible with this degree.
After graduation, I plan to pursue a PhD, and I feel that this degree has prepared me well for both future research and clinical work.

Medical Physics (T342) Full Time
EU          fee per year - € 10670
nonEU    fee per year - € 29500

MSc Medical Physics (T343) Part Time
EU          fee per year - € 5265
nonEU    fee per year - € 14755

***Fees are subject to change

Tuition fee information is available on the UCD Fees website. Please note that UCD offers a number of graduate scholarships for full-time, self-funding international students, holding an offer of a place on a UCD graduate degree programme. For further information please visit International Scholarships.

Places will be offered to candidates with a strong foundation in basic physics, as demonstrated by the achievement of an undergraduate or graduate degree in Physics or a degree in an Engineering discipline with a coursework component equivalent to a minor in physics. A minimum of an upper second-class honours or equivalent will be normally required for entry, although students with a strong physics background and lower second class honours degree may be accepted.

Students who do not have English as their first language should meet UCD requirements for English Language.

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.

Full Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EU) applicants: Yes

Part Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants: No


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